Garlic Butter Chicken Bites
A quick and comforting meal featuring tender chicken bites cooked in a rich garlic butter sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or relaxed gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 20 oz boneless, skinless chicken breasts lean protein
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour thickening agent
- ½ tsp dried oregano aromatic herb
- ½ tsp dried basil adds depth of flavor
- ½ tsp sweet paprika color and mild flavor
- ½ tsp salt enhances overall flavor
- to taste freshly ground pepper adds warmth
- 1 tbsp olive oil for cooking
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter richness and flavor
- 3 cloves garlic, minced essential flavor base
- 2 tbsp parsley, freshly chopped freshness and color
Instructions
Preparation
- Begin by cutting the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, combine the flour, dried oregano, dried basil, sweet paprika, salt, and freshly ground pepper.
- Toss the chicken pieces in this seasoned flour until evenly coated.
Cooking
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the coated chicken pieces in a single layer to the skillet.
- Cook the chicken for about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown on all sides.
- Remove the cooked chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, lower the heat and add the unsalted butter, allowing it to melt.
- Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté gently for 1-2 minutes.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, tossing it in the garlic butter sauce to coat thoroughly.
- Just before serving, sprinkle the freshly chopped parsley over the chicken bites.
Notes
Ensure chicken pieces are uniform for even cooking. Use unsalted butter for better control over saltiness. Add a squeeze of lemon for brightness if desired.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 600mg
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